1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |